This internationally focused volume treats readers to a look at education from several non-American viewpoints. Readers will evaluate barriers to education, education reform, education and technology, and education's relationship with religion. Cultures and places examined include the Czech Republic, Scotland, England, Thailand, Australia, Russia, Nigeria, and Pakistan. This volume can also be used for report-writing and research. Superb essay sources include the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, AsiaPulse News, Amnesty International, Isaac Echezonam Anyira, Dugald Jellie, and Michael Bowker.